Iron sharpens iron: Matchups between Keenan Allen, Derwin James have been must-see

Two of the best players at their perspective positions getting ready for the regular season.

The phrase ‘iron sharpens iron’ perfectly describes what’s been on display at Chargers training camp, as safety Derwin James and wide receiver Keenan Allen have had the luxury of going up against each other on a daily basis.

Each rep has been a real treat. Either Allen’s crafty route-running has allowed him to see open grass or James has managed to put the clamps on Allen.

Allen and James, two players who are some of the best at their perspective positions in this league, are greatly benefiting from these reps in camp when the real action begins in September.

“He works harder than me. And that’s hard to do because I work hard and he works harder than me. I need him on the field as much as he needs me on the field, so if he’s out there and I’m out there, we’ve got a good chance,” Allen said about James.